Arterial Calcification Generalized Of Infancy 1 C4551985
A rare genetic disorder causing calcium to deposit in arteries and soft tissues in infancy. Most affected infants do not survive early childhood.
Key facts at a glance
- ICD-10
- I78.0
- ICD-11
- BA00.0
- Body system
- cardiovascular
- Severity
- fatal
- Chronic
- false
Signs and symptoms
Common signs and symptoms that may indicate this condition.
Warning signs - seek immediate care
Chest discomfort or palpitations
Progressive symptoms that can become life-threatening without treatment.
Seek immediate medical attention if symptoms worsen.
Respiratory distress
Feeding difficulties
(cardiovascular)Systemic hypertension
(cardiovascular)Cardiac murmur
(cardiovascular)Diagnosis and tests
How this condition is diagnosed and what test results mean.
Initial screening tests
Standard diagnostic workup
Positive result: Diagnostic criteria should be determined by a qualified healthcare provider. [Content pending medical review.]
Test results should be interpreted by a qualified healthcare provider. [Content pending medical review.]
Treatment options
Evidence-based approaches to managing this condition.
First-line treatments
Bisphosphonate therapy
Agents such as pamidronate may be considered to inhibit vascular calcification progression, though efficacy varies and treatment is largely experimental in this condition.
Disease management and monitoring
Treatment may require specialized care, hospitalization, or long-term management under medical supervision.
Cardiac and vascular surveillance
Regular echocardiography and vascular imaging to monitor calcification progression, cardiac function, and guide treatment decisions. Frequency determined by clinical severity.
Additional treatment options
Low-phosphate dietary management
Dietary phosphate restriction may help slow vascular calcification. Requires consultation with a pediatric dietitian to ensure adequate nutrition for growth.
dietaryMagnesium supplementation
Magnesium may act as a natural antagonist to calcium deposition in tissues. Theoretical benefit exists though clinical evidence is limited.
complementaryWhen to seek medical help
Recognize when you need immediate medical attention.
Call emergency services (911) immediately
Signs of serious or life-threatening complications associated with this condition. Immediate medical evaluation is required.
Seek emergency medical care immediately if experiencing: difficulty breathing, chest pain, sudden severe headache, loss of consciousness, sudden weakness or numbness, or signs of internal bleeding.
Frequently asked questions
Common questions about this topic.
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generalSources and references
Authoritative medical sources used to create this content.
Rutsch F, MacDougall M, Nitschke Y. Diagnosis and Management of Generalized Arterial Calcification of Infancy: International Consensus Statement. Orphanet J Rare Dis. 2022.
Ferreira CR, Gahl WA, Hoover-Fong JE. Ectopic Calcification in Rare Genetic Disorders: Mechanisms and Clinical Features. Mol Genet Metab. 2021.
Nitschke Y, Rutsch F, van den Boom R. Long-term Outcomes in Generalized Arterial Calcification of Infancy: A Prospective Cohort Study. J Pediatr. 2020.
Li Q, Uitto J. Vitamin K-Dependent Proteins in Calcification of Arteries: Therapeutic Implications. Arterioscler Thromb Vasc Biol. 2019.
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